Experienced Assurance Associate

Experienced Assurance Associate - Chicago, IL Who: A detail‑oriented accounting professional with at least one year of public accounting audit experience. What: Provide audit and assurance services including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and year‑round client engagement. When: Full‑time position available immediately. Where: Hybrid role based in the client’s regional office (location withheld for confidentiality). Why: To grow your technical accounting and client‑service skills in a supportive environment with clear opportunities for professional development. Office Environment: Collaborative, flexible, development‑focused culture with modern workplace policies. Salary: Competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Position Overview This role offers the opportunity to work with privately held and publicly traded companies across various stages of growth while gaining hands‑on audit experience and mentorship. Key Responsibilities Engage with clients throughout the year to gather information, complete audit testing, and address questions. Perform substantive testing of balance sheets and income statements. Evaluate internal controls and provide recommendations for improvement. Participate in ongoing learning and development programs to strengthen technical and professional skills. Build relationships with clients and internal teams, using networking and collaboration skills. Work closely with engagement teams to deliver high‑quality assurance services. Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or related business field with sufficient credits to sit for the CPA exam. 1+ year of audit experience in a public accounting environment. Experience with SEC or publicly traded company audits preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and time‑management skills. Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role. If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr Staff Financial Group